Clothier 4 step Apparel Academy

Take 6 classes in one day on how to be the best new apparel entrepreneur. Take a tour of our clothing factory, network and start formulating your plan to get your clothing line made. This is not a design class, this is an Apparel Entrepreneur Class!

You will learn:• The design process and how to make good decisions on construction and fabric• The prototype/sampling process and how to find the right factory partner and how to evaluate your prototypes• The tech pack/ Spec sheet process and how to read them/create them for your product(s)• The manufacturing process and learn behind the scenes details.• Tour our factory and development headquarters.

You don't want to miss this event. Let us help you figure out the next steps to move forward in your apparel line! We hope to see you there!

The Clothier 4 Step Academy Day Schedule:

9:30 am - 10:30 am - CLASS ONE:Kick Off Class and Q&AIntroduction to the apparel industry and The Clothier 4 Step Process - learn what you can do to prepare for developing your product(s).

10:30 am - 11:30 am CLASS TWO: Step 1 Design Class and Q&ALearn everything that needs to happen to complete Step 1. Understand how to review designs, fabrics and trims. Learn the basics in fabric and raw goods to help you make the best choices for your product(s). Understand the world of raw goods vendors and the difference between stock goods, made-to-order and developed-to-order.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm CLASS THREE:Step 2 Prototype Class and Q&ALearn how to review prototypes with a critical eye and how to give constructive feedback. Go over how to fit a garment, wash test and other testing options. Learn about piece goods vs dye goods. Learn about printing options including all-over vs. placed.

NOTE: This academy does not include marketing advice or how to get funding advice. It is strictly dedicated to helping you manage the quality and success of your brand from a manufacturing and development perspective.

The first academy by the people who actually make your clothing line happen... in our building... manufactured by us.... in the USA! This is not design school nor marketing school. This is a group of lessons to help you navigate the apparel industry and help you make great decisions. You will learn from our last 10 years of helping other start-ups succeed. Contact us for a free 15 minute consult and learn if the academy is right for you.

If you can't make the event or aren't ready to produce your line join our video series!

We have a 6 class video series that you can watch at your own pace. Please contact us here and specify your interest in the video series Academy. Read more below. $199/person

Join the Online Pre-Recorded Academy for FREE by producing your clothing line with us.

We have in an in-house staff of designers, pattern makers, sample makers and a factory waiting to help you create your clothing line or product(s). Should you choose to develop your line with us, we will include The Clothier 4 Step Academy with your development work. Contact us here for a free consult.